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Celsus Library

Ephesus, Ephesus, Turkey
Ranked #2 of 28 attractions in Ephesus
5.0 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins
Owner description: Built by Julius Aquila in 110 A.D. as a memorial for his father, the Celsus Library is one of the finest buildings in Ephesus. The two-story building... more » Owner description: Built by Julius Aquila in 110 A.D. as a memorial for his father, the Celsus Library is one of the finest buildings in Ephesus. The two-story building contained over 12,000 hand-written books, making it one of the largest library collections of its time. « less
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Cairo, Egypt
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Probably the best example in Ephesus. Unfortunately, the rest of the area did measure up to it. The reproduction statues are well done and it does give you an idea of the former glory.

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Toronto, Canada
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

The splendid and magnificant architecture. well preserved. It is decorated with many features like Eros, Nike, etc.

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UK
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

Great backdrop for some photos. Beautifully reconstructed.

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bournemouth
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

great opportunity to take photos but lots of others walking around so be patient if you don,t want strangers in your pics.if you have paid entry to epheses then the library is included.

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Wigan, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

i had just read i claudius and to go here and read the inscripions was like being in the company of emporers

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Toronto, Canada
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43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

This is probably the highlight of the Ephesus tour. It is a beautifully reconstructed building.

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New York City, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

The details in this facade are amazing. The colors in the stones come alive as the sun starts to set.

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Istanbul, Turkey
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

You thought the building is not symmetrical but it was designed to look that way.

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Wellington, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

Wow! Nothing prepares you for the magnificence of the Library, what a sight it must have been before the cities destruction. There is so much to see and take in around the Library, don't rush you're time here.

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Zug, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

Using your imagination, you can see how this remainder of the library may have looked and was used.

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